Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 December 2013
308. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Justice and Equality when Garda vetting clearance will be provided in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51838/13]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Garda authorities that a vetting application on behalf of the individual referred to by the Deputy was received by the Garda Central Vetting Unit (GCVU) on 10 October, 2013. The application is currently being processed and once completed will be returned to the registered organisation concerned. In general, Garda Vetting applications are processed on a first-come, first served basis in chronological order from date of receipt. This is with a view to observing equity and fairness in respect of all vetting subjects. Processing times fluctuate upwards and downwards depending on seasonal demands and volumes received, and depending on whether further enquiries have to be conducted with external Garda Stations or Agencies, as outlined. The average processing time for applications is currently 7 weeks approximately. However, in some instances additional inquiries may be necessary and this may result in processing times in excess of the average.
